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Bangkok, Thailand, October 10, 2024 — Delta Electronics (Thailand) Public Company Limited, announces the official opening of the Delta Power Electronics Laboratory at the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University. The event also marked the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance collaboration between Delta Electronics and the university in fostering research, development, and educational excellence.
The ceremony was attended by Mr. Suthiket Thatpitakkul, Deputy Secretary General of the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI), and Prof. Chalothon Boonleu, Director of Cluster Strategic Development at the National Office of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation (NXPO).
Mr. Victor Cheng, CEO of Delta Electronics Thailand, highlighted the significance of the partnership: "This MOU is a testament to the power of collaboration between the private sector and academic institutions. Together, we can foster real, long-lasting progress in technology that benefits not just the industry, but society as a whole. Our commitment is to nurture Thailand’s future engineers, empowering them with the skills and knowledge to shape the high-tech industries of tomorrow and drive the country forward."
Delta Power Electronics Lab: A Future-Forward Vision
The new laboratory is a key part of Delta Electronics Thailand’s ongoing Research and Development (R&D) strategy, aimed at equipping Thai engineering students with world-class training in power electronics. The lab features cutting-edge instruments sponsored by Delta Electronics, providing students with the opportunity for hands-on experience in power electronics testing and advanced skill development. This initiative is pivotal in positioning Thailand as a regional leader in advanced technological innovation.
The laboratory is directly aligned with Thailand's national Thailand 4.0 initiative, which focuses on transitioning the country toward an innovation-driven economy. As part of this vision, the Thai government has set a goal of increasing R&D spending to 2% of GDP by 2027, driving technological advancements across industries. By contributing to the development of talent through initiatives like the Delta Power Electronics Lab, Delta is playing a vital role in supporting these national goals.
Collaborative MOU for Educational Excellence
The signing of the MOU between Delta Electronics and Chulalongkorn University is a milestone in promoting education, research, and development in power electronics. The agreement outlines key objectives such as promoting syllabus development and activities supporting research and innovation, enhancing knowledge exchange, and creating dynamic environments for Work-Integrated Learning and Cooperative Education Programs.
Delta's Commitment to Thailand 4.0
The establishment of the Delta Power Electronics Lab reflects Delta’s ongoing commitment to supporting Thailand 4.0, the country’s strategy for innovation-driven growth. As part of this initiative, Thailand is focusing on key high-growth industries under the S-curve strategy, including next-generation automotive, smart electronics, robotics, and renewable energy. Delta's contributions to these sectors align with Thailand's goal of having 25% of GDP come from the digital economy by 2027, which encompasses many high-tech sectors like ICT, automation, and electronics manufacturing.
By equipping future engineers with the skills and knowledge necessary to remain competitive globally, Delta’s partnership with Chulalongkorn University supports Thailand’s long-term goals of fostering technological innovation, increasing R&D investment, and positioning the country as a hub for advanced manufacturing and energy solutions.
